RCMP seize 102 dogs from Rosebud property
Last Updated: Friday, March 16, 2007 | 2:55 PM MT
The Canadian Press
More than 100 dogs, including some in distress, have been removed from what the RCMP believes is a large-scale breeding operation in southern Alberta.
Police say they found the dogs early Thursday while checking a residence for a firearm near the community of Rosebud, about 80 kilometres northeast of Calgary.
A total of 102 animals were found on the property, including the main residence and a number of outbuildings.
Mounties say they also seized a loaded .22-calibre rifle, ammunition and some marijuana.
The dogs are being cared for by the Strathmore Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Calgary Humane Society.
A 43-year-old man is facing several firearms charges and will appear in a Drumheller courtroom on April 13.
Police say it's possible that more charges may be laid in connection with the keeping of dogs.
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